SC Cleared - Contract Developer

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing digital consultancy is seeking a Backend Software Developer to work on innovative cloud-heavy projects within the public sector. This role involves collaborating with Agile teams to deliver solutions for a central government client, ensuring a secure and efficient environment. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in backend technologies such as Node.js, Python, or Java, and proven cloud engineering skills, particularly with AWS services. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while working in a dynamic and supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Node.js, Python, or Java.
• Proven cloud engineering expertise, ideally within AWS.

Responsibilities

• Work on a cloud-heavy, AI-enhanced project within the public sector.
• Support a central government client in secure environments.

Skills

Node.js

Python

Java

AWS

Lambda

S3

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Terraform

AI/ML

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Job Opportunity: Backend Software Developer

We are recruiting a Backend Software Developer on behalf of a growing digital consultancy. In this role, you will work on a cloud-heavy, AI-enhanced project within the public sector, supporting a central government client.

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong experience with Node.js, Python, or Java
• Proven cloud engineering expertise, ideally within AWS
• Hands-on experience with AWS services, particularly Lambda and S3
• Familiarity with containerisation and infrastructure tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, or Terraform
• Prior experience working with or delivering projects for the defence industry
• Exposure to AI/ML is a plus, but not essential
• Comfortable working in Agile teams and secure environments

Additional Details:

• Location: London or Poole (2 days per week onsite)
• Duration: Initial 6 months, with a view to extend

Note: Due to the nature of the role, active SC or DV Clearance is required for eligibility.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in secure government environments who is confident working with modern backend technologies in an Agile setting.